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Dylan Larkin loudly booed prior to Red Wings’ home opener amid brutal situation

If you were wondering whether or not Detroit Red Wings fans would ever welcome back their former captain, Dylan Larkin, following his offseason trade request, they gave you a very loud and resounding answer.

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 10:39 PM
Dylan Larkin loudly booed prior to Red Wings’ home opener amid brutal situation
Key Things to Know
  • Detroit Red Wings fans loudly booed Dylan Larkin before Friday's season opener against the New York Rangers.
  • Larkin was introduced as a scratch after requesting a trade away from Detroit during the offseason.
  • The former captain will miss at least two games due to an injury reportedly suffered in preseason training.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Detroit Red Wings fans loudly booed former captain Dylan Larkin on Friday night ahead of the team's season opener against the New York Rangers. The hostile reaction occurred when Larkin was introduced as one of the team's scratches for the game following his offseason trade request.

Larkin remains with the Red Wings despite the trade request but is set to miss at least the first two games of the season due to a training injury. Writer Adam Gretz describes the scenario as a brutal situation that could worsen once Larkin takes the ice.

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